“Yo, it’s really lively in here,” Yvette exclaimed, and the once-quiet basketball court erupted in excitement. “Whoa, who is that? What a gorgeous…”

“Seriously, pinch me. Am I dreaming?”

“No. I see her too!”

“Check the forum. That has to be her!”

As Yvette approached, Victor’s eyes widened in admiration. He thought she was heading straight for him, but Yvette walked past him toward John, who lay on the floor.

Through his blurry vision, John thought he saw an angel reaching out, saying, “Get up.” Seeing John remain dazed, Yvette frowned. “Are you waiting for me to drag you up?” John shook his head, trying to push himself up. Tobias rushed to help, barely keeping him upright.

“Thanks, but you should go,” John said, genuinely concerned for Yvette. “Otherwise, you’ll get in trouble with Victor and his men. Is she a threat?” Yvette sneered, her tone casual.

The buzzing crowd fell silent. Students pulled out their phones, checking the forum to confirm she was the new student.

Victor’s face darkened. “I suggest you mind your own business, beautiful,” he said menacingly.

Yvette turned, a playful smirk on her face. “What’s the problem? I actually love getting involved in other people’s business.”

Everyone was shocked. This new girl is stunning yet seems brainless? Doesn’t she know who she’s dealing with? This is Victor, the son of the powerful Carter family! Does she have a death wish?

“Do you know who I am?” Victor pressed, sure Yvette wouldn’t dare act this way if she knew his status.

Yvette tilted her head, a fierce look in her eyes. “Nope, I don’t.”

Victor’s expression darkened. He felt humiliated. The crowd erupted in whispers. Who’s this daring new student?

Meanwhile, Tobias steadied John while watching Yvette. Hearing her reply, his jaw dropped. Should I call that person? Ugh, maybe I should. I can’t just stand by and let my student get bullied.

“Why are you here, Yvette?” Winona’s voice interrupted, cutting off Tobias.

The girl with a lantern jaw gasped, “What? That’s your sister?”

“Oh my gosh!”

“What? This is the same sister Winona said hurt her stepmom and is rude?”

“Walt, what’s her name again?”

“Yvette!”

“What a plot twist!”

“The gorgeous new girl is Winona’s half-sister?”

“Isn’t it said that she was from the countryside? She definitely doesn’t look like it!”

“It must be the genetics, for sure.”

A quieter voice chimed in, “Did you guys forget that Victor was originally engaged to Yvette, not Winona?”

“Yeah. This is a total mess.”

Victor planned to confront Yvette, but Winona’s comment stunned him. He turned to Yvette, disbelief etched on his face. This is the daughter the Chambers family has just discovered? My fiancée!

Winona stepped forward, cozying up to Victor. She tugged his sleeve and said sweetly, “Victor, don’t be mad. Yvette didn’t mean it.”

She looked at Yvette, fear striking her. She took a step back, looking vulnerable. “Yvette, about what happened with Mom… she’s already forgiven you. Can you come home with me today and apologize? Please don’t make her sad again.”

Victor admired Winona’s softer side, but it only fueled his anger. “Hey, you better apologize to Winona and Mrs. Chambers right now. Otherwise, don’t blame me for being harsh. And as for our engagement? That’s over. Winona is my fiancée now, so don’t get any funny ideas.”

Yvette remained relaxed. She looked at the pair and remarked, “You two are a perfect match. A bitch and a… well, you know. You two should definitely stick together.” Her expression was serious, though her words were cutting.

Winona and Victor understood immediately. It was clear who was the bitch and who was the other.

The crowd tried to stifle laughter, then released it. “Wow, this new girl is bold! Calling Victor and his half-sister a couple of bitches… Impressive!”

Winona’s tears welled up. How could Yvette humiliate me like this in front of everyone?

Victor initially planned to spare Yvette, but now he wouldn’t hold back. “Grab Yvette! I’ll pay 150 grand. Strip her down and let’s see who the real bitch is!”

Winona stopped crying. She silently wished for Yvette’s public humiliation so she wouldn’t dare show her face at Argrol University again.

Victor’s lackeys were fired up. Some saw this as a chance to take advantage of Yvette. With Victor behind them, they felt invincible.

“Victor, maybe this isn’t such a great idea,” Winona pretended to be worried.

Victor looked at Winona and softened. Recalling her devotion, he felt even better. “You’re too good, Winona. But just stay away from this. I’ll teach her a lesson about who not to mess with.”

“But my dad…” Winona hesitated.

“I’ll handle him. Our families have been friends forever. She disrespected Nellie, so I’ll show her a little respect lesson. Can’t let her make the Chambers family look bad.”

Victor signaled the girls near Winona to pull her aside. Winona’s worry was evident as they grabbed her.

“Winona, just let it go. You know how Victor can be,” one of the girls said.

“Yeah…” Winona replied, anxious.

The girl with a lantern jaw glared at Yvette, whose beauty was all-natural, unlike her own cosmetically enhanced features. Up close, she was convinced Yvette hadn’t had any work done, fueling her envy. Like Winona, she couldn’t wait to see Yvette humbled.

The crowd thought Victor was crossing the line, but no one intervened. Don’t go looking for trouble?

A couple of guys with dirty intentions approached Yvette, grinning creepily.

Yvette stood firm, her sharp features cold and disdainful, exuding an aura of defiance. Seeing Yvette unfazed, Tobias thought she was stunned and was about to call for help when a commanding voice rang out.